UEi Test Instruments C161 User manual

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Residential Combustion Analyzer

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ENGLISH

C161

BACKED BY

Status

Aux

O2/Eff

CO/CO2

C161

Temp

Exch Test

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Functions .............................................2

Features ..............................................2

General Specifications ................................3

Important Safety Warnings ............................3

Symbols ..............................................3

Analyzer Overview ..................................4-5

Overview Pre Test Checklist Setting Inlet Temperature Analyzer Connections Emptying & Cleaning the In-Line Water Trap Changing The Particle Filter Quick Start Fresh Air Purge Measuring Flue Gases Display Parameters Status Screen Status Bar

Status Bar Icons ...................................10

Status Bar Icon Layout ..............................10

Status Bar Menu Options ............................10

Status Bar Options Table ............................10

Using the Menu ...................................11

Stored Logs Memory

Menu Options .....................................12

Viewing Stored Logs ................................13

Log View Menu Options .............................13

Navigating Stored Logs .............................13

Log Navigation Menu Options ........................14

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Temperature Testing

Temperature Display ................................14

Viewing/Printing ...................................14

Heat exchanger test Printouts Specifications Certification Where to Test What Results are Generally Acceptable

What Results Are Generally Acceptable ................19

Typical Excess Air Level .............................19

Powering Off Post Test General Maintenance Cold Weather Precautions Replacing the Batteries Canadian Annual Recertification Services Usa Annual Recertification Services Product Registration Other Important Factors Relating to Combustion Combustion Measurement Terms

Nett Temperature ..................................23

Draft ............................................23

Efficiency .........................................23

Combustion Efficiency Calculations ....................23

CO Air Free .......................................23

Disposal Cleaning Storage Warranty

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FUNCTIONS

• Measures: Flue temperature, Inlet temperature (Internal & External Sensor), CO, CO2

• Calculates: CO/CO2 Ratio, Efficiency (Nett or Gross), Efficiency (High Condensing), Excess Air, Losses

• Low flow detection

FEATURES

• Large 6 line display

• EOS Technology

• NOx Filtered

• Water Trap Indication

• High Altitude Compensation

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Operating Temperature: 32˚ to 113˚F (0˚ to 45˚C)

• Storage Temperature: 0˚ to 113˚F (-18˚ to 45˚C)

• Operating Humidity: 15% to 90% R.H.

• Back light: Yes

• Dimensions: 8.54 x 4.18 x 1.86 inch

• Item Weight: 1.51 lb

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

Read entire Safety Notes section regarding potential hazard and proper instructions before using this analyzer. In this manual the word “WARNING” is used to indicate conditions or actions that may pose physical hazards to the user. The word “CAUTION” is used to indicate conditions or actions that may damage this instrument. This analyzer must only be used in well-ventilated locations by trained and competent persons after due consideration of all potential hazards.

To ensure safe operation and service of the tester, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in severe injury or death.

• Do not use this analyzer during electrical storms or in wet weather.

• To avoid false readings, charge batteries if a low battery indicator appears.

• Always adhere to national and local safety codes. Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Calibration: Recommended Annually

• Certification: UK CA, CE Conformity, RoHS, REACH Compliant,

AHRI 1260 standard

• Battery Type: NiMH (AA) 3

• Accuracy: ± (% of reading + # of least signiﬁcant digits)

This analyzer extracts combustion gases that may be toxic in relatively low concentrations. These gases are exhausted from the back of the analyzer.

This analyzer is designed for trade professionals who are familiar with the hazards of their trade. Observe all recommended safety procedures that include proper lockout utilization and use of personal protective equipment that includes safety glasses, gloves and ﬂame resistant clothing.

Users of portable gas detectors are recommended to conduct a “bump” check before relying on the unit to verify an atmosphere is free from hazard. A ‘bump” test is a means of verifying that an instrument is working within acceptable limits by brieﬂy exposing to a known gas mixture formulated to change the output of all the sensors present. This is different from a calibration where the instrument is also exposed to a known gas mixture but is allowed to settle to a steady ﬁgure and the reading adjusted to the stated gas concentration of the test gas.

SYMBOLS

Low battery Degrees Fahrenheit

Degrees Celsius Pump Status

Pump Start Pump Stop

Hold Printing

Navigate Down Navigate Up

Enter Key Save Log

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ANALYZER OVERVIEW

A. Infrared Printer Port B. On/ Off (Power) Button C. 6 Line Backlit Display

• Press any button to turn Back light on (will turn off after 10 seconds) D. Protective Rubber Boot With Magnets E. Status Bar Line F. Data Hold Button: Short press to hold current data. G. Pump Toggle Button: Long press to toggle pump on and off H. UP Button

• Short press to navigate “UP”.

I. Save Log Button: Long press to store data. J. Print Report Button: Short press to print a report to IR Port. (will enter a print option if Wireless Module is fitted) K. Down Button

• Short press to navigate “DOWN” L. ENTER Button

• Short press select current option displayed

• Long press to activate some menu items

M. Rotary Selector Dial N. Particle Filter (inside water trap) O. Water Trap P. LED Full Water Trap Indicator Q. Serial Number: (under Protective Boot) R. Sensors Fitted: (under Protective Boot) Indicates Sensors fitted in unit S. Battery Compartment: (under Protective Boot) T. Grip Indentation: Indentation for fingers to grip analyzer U. Water Trap Drain Plug (Red plug; take caution NOT to damage plug when removing protective boot) V. Battery Charge USB Adapter Connection W. Temperature Connections

• Flue Probe Temperature: T1

• Inlet Temperature: T2

X. Flue Gas Inlet Connection

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ANALYZER OVERVIEW (CONT.)

Status

Aux

O2/Eff

CO/CO2

C161

Serial No.

Sensors

CO CO2 NO O2

Fitted:

F G H

I J

Temp

Exch Test

O P

T2 T1

WV X

Flue Probe Temperature Plug (Plugs into T1)

Narrow Pin MUST be on the Right hand side.

Red Connector

(plugs into Flue

Gas Inlet)

Flue Probe

Gas Inlet Plug

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OVERVIEW

T2 T1

The direct measurement of CO2 is achieved using UEi’s own EOS technology sensor. CO2 is set to zero in fresh air automatically after the initial 60 second countdown.

If “ZERO CO2” is indicated, ensure the unit is in outside fresh air before selecting the “Purge” option. It is very important that re-zeroing is done in outside fresh air as indoor CO2 levels are affected by human breath.

The analyzer has a protective rubber boot with magnets for hands-free operation and is supplied with a probe with an integral temperature sensor.

A low ﬂow detection system warns of a low ﬂow and switches the pump off, this also helps prevent water condensate ingress from overﬁlled water traps.

A large 6 line display provides the user with relevant information based on current activity including instrument status via the new intelligent Status Bar. All data can be printed via an optional infrared printer.

The C161 uses a new data storage system allowing up to 30 logs of any combination of Combustion, AUX or Temperature tests, rather than be restricted to an allowance of particular logs.

10 characters can be added to Line 1 of the header, 6 characters to Line 2 of Header of the printouts.

PRE TEST CHECKLIST

• Clean particle filter

• Water trap and probe line are empty of water

• Power on and zero

• All hose and thermocouple connections are properly secured

• Flue gas probe is sampling ambient FRESH air

• Water trap is fitted correctly to the instrument

• Flue temperature plug is connected

• Ensure water trap plug is inserted correctly

SETTING INLET TEMPERATURE

• Turn on and zero the analyzer without the flue probe connected to use ambient temperature.

• Connect flue probe thermocouple to T1 during zero countdown use for inlet ducted system.

• Connect a thermocouple to T2 to measure second temp source.

ANALYZER CONNECTIONS

WARNING!

Turning the pump off while the probe is in the flue will leave toxic gases inside the analyzer. Once data has been printed or copied, it is advisable to purge the unit with fresh air as soon as possible. To do this remove the probe from the flue and turn ON pump. Always allow the readings to return to zero (20.9% for O

2) prior to shutting the unit off. The meter will not switch

off until the CO reading is below 20 ppm.

WARNING!

The probe will be hot from flue gases. Remove the probe from the flue and allow it to cool naturally. Do not immerse the probe in water, as this will be drawn into the analyzer and damage the pump and sensors.

NOTE: Take care when inserting the temperature probes as the pins are polarized. Insert with the smaller pin (+) to the right.

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EMPTYING & CLEANING THE IN-LINE WATER TRAP

• Remove the rubber plug

• Allow the water to drain out

• Re-insert the rubber plug

CHANGING THE PARTICLE FILTER

• Remove the protective rubber boot

• Slide the water trap unit from the analyzer

• Remove the particle ﬁlter from its’ spigot and replace

• Slide the water trap back into position and replace protective rubber boot

QUICK START

Turn on the analyzer by pressing the On/Off Button for 2 seconds until the unit activates. As described the analyzer will perform a 60 second turn on purge. Once completed simply select the reading desired by the position of the rotary dial.

FRESH AIR PURGE

Each time the analyzer is turned on it will perform a 60 second air purge, this is to clear the gas sampling path (including probe, if connected), and self calibrate the CO2 detection system. For these reasons it is very important that the analyzer be in outside fresh air when powered on.

WARNING When in the Rotary Dial positions AUX, Flue 1 or Flue 2 ; Press the Up or Down Buttons, scroll to CO2 Zero. On the Purge option, short press the Edit Button, and a 60 second Purge will begin.

MEASURING FLUE GASES

After the initial countdown is ﬁnished and the analyzer is properly setup, put its’ ﬂue probe in the appliance’s sampling point. The tip of the probe should be at the center of the ﬂue. Use the ﬂue probes depth stop cone to set the position. With balanced ﬂues, make sure the probe is positioned into the ﬂue so no air can “back ﬂush” into the probe.

NOTE: Ensure the ﬂue probe handle does not get hot!

Boiler

Flue

20”

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DISPLAY PARAMETERS

The large display is backlit with 6 lines, the last line is the Status Bar line.

Menu Screen

Time (settable parameter; HH:MM:SS, displayed in 24 hour clock format)

Date (settable parameter; MM:DD:YY)

Header (16 character, 2 line settable parameter; 10 characters can be added to Line 1 of the header, 6 characters to Line 2)

IR Print (KMIRP or IRP-2)

˚C/˚F (Selectable parameter)

Gas Unit (Selectable parameter; select between ppm(n), ppm, mg/kWh(n), mg/kWh, mgm3(n), mgm3

Language (settable parameter; select between English, Espanol, Francais)

EFF (Efﬁciency; select between Efgn or Efgc except for Heavy Oil and Pellets)

O2 Ref (Selectable parameter; select between 0.0% to 20.0%)

Logs (if logs are saved, they will be displayed)

Code (for Authorized Service Personnel only)

Status Screen Ti (Ambient temperature)

ATM (atmospheric pressure in mBars)

CAL (days until next calibration due)

AUX Screen

(Default selections can be changed by user to desired selections; select between O2, CO, Display Fuel Type, CAL, XAIR, LOSS, Efgn or Efgc, ATM, Ti, ∆T, T2, T1, CO2, COa, or COn for each line)

Default Selections Are:

O2 (displayed in %)

CO (displayed in ppm)

CO2 (displayed in %)

T1 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

T2 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

O2/Eff Screen CO2 (displayed in %)

O2 (displayed in %)

Efﬁciency Efgn (Nett efﬁciency)

Efgc (Gross efﬁciency)

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T1 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

T2 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

CO/CO2 Screen CO (displayed in ppm)

COa (O2++ displayed in ppm)

CO2 (displayed in %)

Loss (displayed in %)

XAIr (Excess Air, O2++ displayed in ppm)

Temp Screen T1 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

T2 (displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

∆T (Differential Temperature, displayed in ˚F or ˚C, depending on selection in Menu Screen)

Purge option

When the Rotary Dial is in AUX, O2/Eff or CO/CO2 ; Press the or Buttons to scroll to CO2 Zero. Press and hold to select. Press to start a 60 second Purge.

STATUS SCREEN

Select “Status” on the dial to view the following:

Current fuel selection. Use status bar to change fuel selection.

Select between: Pellets, Light Oil, Heavy Oil, LPG, Butane, Propane, Natural Gas, Bio Oil

Ambient temperature around the analyzer.

Current atmospheric pressure (mBar).

Shows number of days until next calibration is due.

Status Bar.

User Interface

The large six-line display will indicate 5 lines and the status bar (see pg. 9) the backlight will activate on each button press and turn off after 10 seconds of no activity. Navigation through the various start options and menu system is via the 3 button dedicated Up, Down & Enter Buttons. Button presses are categorized short press and long press (in the same manner as many modern consumer electronics).

Status Bar

The Status Bar provides the user with a concise indication of the instrument status, it incorporates an intelligent system that understands what the user is currently viewing on the display offering appropriate menu items as well as standard menu items.

Navigation through the Status Bar options is achieved via the and buttons when the Status Bar is visible on the display.

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STATUS BAR

Status Bar Icons

The icons are designed to provide quick and simple instrument status information without having to navigate complicated menu systems or detract from the job at hand.

Status Bar Icon Layout

Pump

Sending Data

Battery

Status Bar Menu Options

The Status Bar will offer the user Menu items based on the Selector Dial setting.

Status Bar Options Table

Status Info Available STATUS AUX O2/Eff CO/CO2 TEMP TIME

FLUE SELECTED

DATE

CO2 FLUE

4 4 4 4 4

Pump on

Pump paused

Indicates data is being transmitted to either the App or the Printer

Battery Status indication

Test Screen/ Dial

Digital Position/ Test Screen

4 4 4

Date Option Date (Displayed as)

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Using the Menu

The Menu position on the Rotary Dial allows for the customization of the default settings for the analyzer as per the user’s requirements. Navigation through the Menu system is via the dedicated user’s interface buttons (Up, Down, Enter).

Menu Option to edit

As you navigate up or down through the Menu, the items will scroll accordingly, eventually back to the beginning.

Rotate Selector Dial to MENU to set up or customize your settings. Selected parameter are centered, highlighted with arrow icons on either side. Use and buttons to scroll menu options, Press

to a select a parameter to edit. Press button to scroll ﬁelds to change . Press and buttons to change ﬁeld contents. Press to enter content selected.

Menu Items

MENU Sub Menu OPTIONS/COMMENTS Time Date Header

IR Print

Temperature Scale

Gas Unit

Language

Efﬁciency

O2 ref Used for "Normalized" readings. Default set to 3%, can be adjusted up or down. Logs

Code Password protected for authorized service agents only/ LEAVE SET TO "0000".

HH:MM:SS DD/MM/YY

LINE 1 LINE 2

EXIT KMIRP IRP-2

˚C ˚F

ppm

ppm(n)

mg/m3

mg/m3(n)

mg/kWh

mg/kWh(n)

English Espanaol Francais

Gross

Nett

VIEW

DELETE ALL

EXIT

24 Hour Format (e.g. 7AM = 0:00:00, 7PM = 19:00:00)

Customer info displays on print outs Customer info displays on print outs

Select to print to KMIRP Select to print to IRP-2 Select ˚F or ˚C.

View current memory usage and view stored Logs

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STORED LOGS MEMORY

The C161 utilizes a shared memory system much like a computer hard drive. The different Log types are stored sequentially until the shared memory area is full. This means the log types are not restricted to a smaller number of memory locations as the full memory capacity is available as required for Logs of any type.

To view the current memory usage status simply navigate to menu -----> LOGS, press the button to select the Log desired.

Number of stored Combustion Logs

Number of stored Auxiliary Logs

Number of stored Temperature Logs and “Pressure if ﬁtted”

Total Memory Used

Menu Options

View stored Logs, this will enter the secondary menu to select the type of log to view (will only appear if data available).

Delete all stored Logs. To delete “long press” the button (will only appear if data available).

Exit back to the Main Menu

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Viewing Stored Logs

Once the view has been selected from the Logs Menu the following screen will be displayed:

List of available Logs (Navigation and selection via the , and buttons).

Log View Menu Options

View stored Combustion Logs (Option will appear if Logs are available).

View stored Auxiliary Logs (Option will appear if Logs are available).

Number of stored Temperature Logs and “Pressure if ﬁtted” (Option will appear if Logs are available).

Exit back to previous menu

Navigating Stored Logs

Once the desired Log type to view has been selected, the ﬁrst available stored Log will be displayed.

Log Number

Log time and date (this line will alternate between time and date of Log)

Log readings (information is speciﬁc to Log type)

Navigation Menu options

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Log Navigation Menu Options

Select the Temperature Rotary Dial position.

Temperature Display

Print the currently selected Log

Navigate to the next available Log of the selected type (Option will only appear if there is more than one Log).

Navigate to the previously selected Log of the selected type (Option will only appear if there is more than one Log).

Exit back to the previous menu.

TEMPERATURE TESTING

Viewing/Printing

Press

BUTTON to print the Temperature Screen.

Pressure will only show if ﬁtted

Use the T1 connection for the Supply temperature sensor.

Use the T2 connection for the Return temperature sensor.

Real time temperature difference

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HEAT EXCHANGER TEST

NOTE: Test results; O2, CO and Excess Air will show on the printout.

There are many methods to test heat exchanger integrity. One of these is to observe the Excess Air, O2 and CO readings both before and after the blower turns on. If the heat exchanger is sealed your O2 and CO readings should remain fairly stable. A breach in the heat exchanger may allow fresh air to be forced into the ﬂue after the blower turns on due to a pressure increase in the plenum. The result may be a rise in the measured O2 in the stack gas and an increase in the Excess Air . In some sealed systems the fresh air drawn in through the breach may reduce the combustion air available leading to an increase in the CO reading. If either of these situations are present it is probable that there is a problem with the Heat Exchanger which may require additional testing and inspection.

NOTE: Many cracks are invisible to borescopes or the naked eye, and only open or separate from pressure or temperature changes during operations. Select the Exch Test rotary dial position. Call for heat on the system. Observe and wait for O2 readings to stabilize.

Press for Exchange Press for Run Press for Start

In Heat Exch Setup Screen, select Fuel type (Natural Gas, Bio Oil, Heavy Oil, Pellets, Light Oil, LPG, Butane, Propane)

In Blower Off mode, In Blower ON mode, Test results will appear Press or to select Press to start test it will count down on screen Press Run, View or Delete all

from 60 seconds Press to select

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[IRP2] [KMIRP2]

PRINTOUTS

Selecting a Printer

Rotate selector Dial to Menu Position. Use or buttons to scroll to IR PRINT. Press button. Use or buttons to select either IRP-2 or KMIRP (KMIRP2)

printer. Press button to save selection.

Printing

To print, simply press and release the PRINT BUTTON. Printing can be aborted by pressing the PRINT BUTTON again.

UEi Infrared Printer

Make sure the printer is switched on, ready to accept data and its infrared receiver is in line with the analyzer’s infrared emitter (on top of the analyzer).

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SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter Range Resolution Accuracy

Temperature Measurement

Flue Temperature Inlet Temperature (Internal Sensor) Inlet Temperature (External Sensor)

Flue Gas Measurement

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Dioxide

Calculations

Oxygen

CO/CO2 Ratio

Efﬁciency (Nett or Gross)

Efﬁciency High (C)

Excess Air

Pre-programmed Fuels Pellets, Light Oil, LPG, Butane, Propane, Natural Gas, Bio Oil, Heavy Oil

Battery Life >8 hours (continuous with pump on)

Certiﬁcation The C161 is TUV-tested and certiﬁed to EN 50379, Parts 1-3 in accordance to 1st German Feder-

Operating Conditions

Temperatures Humidity

Power Supply Rechargeable batteries, USB Charging

Physical Characteristics

Weight Dimensions

32˚ to 1112˚F (0˚ to 600˚)

32˚ to 122˚F (0 to 50°C)

32˚ to 1112˚F (0˚ to 600˚)

0 - 2000ppm

0 - 20%

0 - 21% 0 - 0.9999 0 - 99.9%

0 - 119.9% 0 - 119.9%

al Emission Control Ordinance (Bim5chV)

32˚ to 113˚F (0˚ to 45˚C) 15 to 90% RH, (non-condensing)

1.5 lb. (635g) H: 8.54”x W: 4.18”x D: 1.86” (H: 217 mm x W:106 mm x D: 47mm)

0.1˚F (0.1˚C)

0.2˚ (0.1˚C)

1ppm

0.1%

0.0001

0.1%

±(0.3% rdg +3.6˚F (2˚C))

±2˚F (1˚C)

1˚F (0.5˚C)

±3ppm or ±5% of Reading

(whichever is greater)

±0.3% Volume

±0.3% Volume ±5% of Reading ±1% of Reading ±1% of Reading

±0.2% of Reading

The C161 is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislation listed below:

Directive Title

201430EU Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 201165EU Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)

The following harmonized standards and technical speciﬁcations have been applied:

CERTIFICATION

The UEi C161 is TUV-tested and certiﬁed to EN 50379, Parts 1, 2 & 3 in accordance to 1st German Federal Emission Control Ordinance (BlmSchV). Manufactured to meet

EMC

EN507270:2015

Safety

EN61010-1:2010

RoHS

IEC62321-2:2013, IEC62321-1:2013; IEC62321-3-1;2013, IEC63321-5:2013, IEC623321-4:2013, IEC62321-7-2:2017, IEC62321-7-1:2015, IEC62321-6:2015

UK CA

AHRI 1260 standard.

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WHERE TO TEST

Air Conditioning / Heat Pump

Suction Line:

• Temperature

Verify proper:

• Static Duct Pressures

• Temperature Differential

• Static Pressure Drop Across Coils

to condensing unit

Boiler & Water Heaters & High Efficiency Modulating Hot Water Systems

Boiler

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO Air Free

• Stack Temp

• Stack Draft

Water Heater

Draft

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Efficiency

HE Boiler Instant Water Heaters

Draft

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Efficiency

Hi / Low fire Gas Pressure

Supply and Return Water temp

Furnaces: 80% Furnaces: 90%

80% Furnace

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Vent Pressure

• Efficiency

90%+ Furnace

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Vent Pressure

• Efficiency

Verify/Set Up

• Gas Pressure

Test

• Limit Switch

• Pressure Switch

Verify proper operation:

• Static Duct Pressure

• Temperature Rise

• AC side Static Pressure Drop across coils

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Verify/Set Up

• Gas Pressure

Test

• Limit Switch

• Pressure Switch

Verify proper operation:

• Static Duct Pressure

• Temperature Rise

• AC side Static Pressure Drop across coils

WHERE TO TEST (CONT.)

Furnaces (continued): Atmospheric, Gas & Oil

Atmospheric Furnace

Draft

Verify proper

• Temperature Rise

• AC side Static Pressure Drop across coils

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Efficiency

Oil Furnace

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Stack Draft

• Efficiency

Natural Gas & Propane

Verify proper combustion:

• O2

• CO2

• CO

• Stack Temp

• Vent Pressure

• Efficiency

Test

• Limit Switch

• Pressure Switch

Set Up

• Gas Pressure

Verify proper:

• Static Duct Pressure

• Temperature Rise

• AC side Static Pressure Drop across coils

Test & Verify:

• Smoke

Set Up

• Over Fire Draft

Verify proper

• Static Duct Pressure

• Temperature Rise

• AC side Static Pressure Drop across coils

WHAT RESULTS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE

What Results Are Generally Acceptable

Atmospheric Gas

Fixed Burners

Oxygen 7 to 9% O

Gas Fired Burners Oil Fired burners

(#2 Oil Fuel)

3 to 6% O

4 to 7% O

Positive Overﬁre Gas

& Oil

3 to 9% O Stack temperature 325˚F to 500˚F 275˚F to 500˚F 325˚F to 600˚F Draft (Water Column Inches) -.02 to -0.4 InWC -.02 to -0.4 InWC -.04 to - 0.6 InWC -.02 to -0.4 InWC Carbon Monoxide (parts per million) <100 ppm <100 ppm <100 ppm <100 ppm Overﬁre Draft (Water Column Inches) -.02 InWC -0.2 InWC 0.4 to 0.6 InWC Smoke 0 (manufacturer's

recommendation)

NOTE: Follow manufacture guidelines for the speciﬁc equipment being serviced

Typical Excess Air Level

O2% (measured) Excess Air %

Natural Gas 3% 16.7% LIGHT Oil 5% 31% Coal 8% 62%

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POWERING OFF

When you power off the C161, there is a 10 second purge.

Make sure you do not exceed the analyzer’s operating speciﬁcations. In particular:

• Do not exceed the ﬂue probes maximum temperature (1112˚F)

• Do not exceed the analyzer’s internal temperature range

• Do not put the analyzer on a hot surface

• Do not exceed the water trap’s level

• Do not let the particle ﬁlter become dirty and blocked

View the displayed data to ensure that the stable operating conditions have been achieved and the readings are within the expected range.

POST TEST

Remove the probe from the ﬂue and allow analyzer to purge with fresh air until readings return to zero. O2 to 20.9%, CO to Zero (Be careful the probe tip will be HOT).

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

• Re-certify your instrument annually to ensure it meets original performance specifications.

PERIODIC SERVICE WARNING

Repair and service of this instrument is to be performed by qualiﬁed personnel only. Improper repair or service could result in physical degradation of the instrument. This could alter the protection from personal injury this meter provides to the operator. Perform only those maintenance tasks that you are qualiﬁed to do.

• Keep your instrument dry. If it gets wet, wipe dry immediately. Liquids can degrade electronic circuits.

• Whenever practical, keep the instrument away from dust and dirt that can cause premature wear.

• Although your instrument is built to withstand the rigors of daily use, it can be damaged by severe impacts. Use reasonable caution when using and storing the meter.

It is important you keep your ﬂue gas analyzer in a warm and dry place overnight

Electronic devices that become really cold, by being left in a vehicle overnight, suffer when taken into a warm room the next morning. Condensation may form which can affect the analyzer’s performance & cause permanent damage. See operating and storage temperature speciﬁcations.

Electrochemical sensors used in ﬂue gas analyzers can be affected by condensation or water being sucked into the analyzer, as the small apertures on top of sensors can become blocked with water, stopping sensors seeing ﬂue gas. When this happens, oxygen or carbon dioxide reading will display as “—” & sensors may be permanently damaged

COLD WEATHER PRECAUTIONS

If you think that your analyzer is affected by condensation or water ingress, it may be possible to rectify the problem yourself. Simply leave the analyzer running in a warm place, with the pump ‘ON’ sampling fresh air for a few hours (use mains adapter/battery charger if needed). If, after doing this, you still experience problems please contact our Service Center.

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REPLACING THE BATTERIES

This meter has been designed for use with both alkaline and rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. No other types are recommended and will void warranty. The analyzer is supplied with 3 (AA) size NiMH rechargeable batteries. These should be installed into the instrument.

CAUTION

Take great care when installing the batteries to observe correct polarity. Always check the meter for operation immediately after installing new batteries.

Using Rechargeable Batteries

The battery charger must only be used when NiMH batteries are ﬁtted. Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable. Attempting to recharge alkaline batteries may result in damage to the product and create a ﬁre risk.

WARNING

Do not try and charge the unit with Alkaline batteries ﬁtted. Do not mix NiMH cells of different capacities of from different manufacturers, all cells must be identical.

Turn over the analyzer, remove the protective rubber boot and ﬁt 3 “AA” NiMH rechargeable batteries in the battery compartment. Take

great care to ensure they are ﬁtted with the correct battery polarity. Replace the battery cover and the protective rubber boot.

Time and Date

When changing the batteries, the time and date will need setting.

Battery Disposal

Always dispose of depleted batteries using approved disposal methods that protect the environment.

Battery Charging

Ensure that you use the correct charger. This unit uses a 5V regulated charger. Ensure the batteries are ﬁtted in the correct manner, and charge for at least 16 hours. Subsequent charges should be overnight. NiMH batteries may be charged at any time, even for short periods to conduct testing.

WARNING

Under NO circumstances should you expose batteries to extreme heat or ﬁre as they may explode and cause injury. Always dispose of old batteries promptly in a manner consistent with local disposal regulations.

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USA ANNUAL RECERTIFICATION SERVICES

Complete Care for Your Combustion Analyzer.

BACKED BY

When you:

Request Recertiﬁcation or Service Online Within 1 Year of Purchase or Last Service

UEi will:

10 Year Warranty: All UEi combustion analyzers have a standard 1-year warranty. Each recertiﬁcation extends the warranty for 1 more year for up to 10 years from the date of purchase.

Contractors who book recertiﬁcation of a C160 series analyzer at

within 12 months from either the date of purchase or the date of the last recertiﬁcation will receive reduced service pricing that lowers the cost of ownership and 2 additional beneﬁts:

Same Day Service: All qualifying analyzers received for recertiﬁcation through UEi Service+ are returned on the same business day.*

*Analyzers that include the additional NO (Nitric Oxide) sensor requires 48-hour turnaround.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Registering you analyzer online is quick and easy. Just log in or setup an account, it only takes a couple of minutes. Once logged in you can register you analyzer by providing some product information and uploading a proof-of-purchase.

When it’s time to request recertifcation, just log into your account, select the analyzer, select the service and place your order.

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OTHER IMPORTANT FACTORS RELATING TO COMBUSTION

The three T’s of combustion

• Time: Amount of time that the fuel and oxygen are together in the combustion chamber

• Temperature: How high the temperature is determines the rate of oxidation, or spread of combustion

• Turbulence: How well the fuel and air are mixed

These three factors are all interrelated and will move your results along the combustion curves.

COMBUSTION MEASUREMENT TERMS

Other parameters measured include Nett temperature, draft and efficiency.

Nett Temperature

Nett temperature is the difference between the combustion air entering the combustion chamber and the flue gas temperature past the heat exchange. This is used to determine how efficient the system is extracting heat from the combustion process in addition to the performance of the combustion process. On sealed systems that have ducted inlet air for combustion air, the Nett temperature must compare this air stream temperature with the flue gases. If the appliance simply uses room air for the combustion air, our analyzers have an internal temperature sensor in the handset, so it will use this temperature when calculating Nett temperature. The most accurate results for efficiency are obtained when measuring flue gases at the point where flue temperature (not flame temperature) is the highest.

Draft

Draft is the difference between the ambient pressure level and the pressure level in the flue. This is created either by the natural buoyancy of the hot gases created in combustion lifting, or by an inducer fan that assists the flow of flue gases up the stack. Most combustion equipment will specify the amount of draft that is required for proper operation. Draft helps draw combustion air into the combustion chamber, and also helps in mixing the fuel and oxygen. Without proper draft, the combustion process can spill poisonous by-products into the space where the appliance is located. This can be a risk to those in the area, or create a danger to residents or employees working near the combustion equipment.

Efficiency

Efficiency is a measure of how well the fuel is burned to create heat, and how well the generated heat is captured for the intended use. The information used to create this value are based on the fuels heating value, the heat lost up the flue and the gas components in the flue gas. The original method to determine efficiency included many manual methods and lookup charts. As an example you would measure the CO2 level and the stack temperature and then reference a slide scale that would give you the relative efficiency number. UEi’s electronic combustion analyzers perform the measurements on a continuous basis, and can calculate the efficiency as adjustments are being made. Combine this with a printout and you are able to provide a before and after comparison of the combustion equipment in relatively little time as part of normal servicing. Combustion efficiency is not the same as AFUE (annual fuel

usage efficiency). AFUE is not measurable with any portable flue gas analyzer.

Combustion Efficiency Calculations

This identifies three sources of loss associated with fuel burning:

•Losses due to flue gases: Dry Flue gas loss, Moisture and hydrogen, Sensible heat of water vapor, Unburned gas

• Losses due to refuse: Combustible in ash, riddling and dust

• Other losses: Radiation, convection, conduction other unmeasured losses Nett efficiency calculations assume that the energy contained in the water vapor (formed as a product of combustion and from wet fuel) is recovered and the wet loss term is zero. Gross efficiency calculations assume that the energy contained in the water vapor is not recovered. Since the fuel air mixture is never consistent there is the possibility of unburned/partially unburned fuel passing through the flue. This is represented by the unburned carbon loss. Losses due to combustible matter in ashes, riddling, dust and grit, radiation, convection and conduction are not included.

CO Air Free

Certain standards ( ANSI Z21.1) for Carbon Monoxide are stated in terms of air-free. Air-free refers to the concentration of CO in combustion gases undiluted with flue, or other gases containing little CO. This value is computed using an equation that takes into account the O2 concentration of the flue gas.

• If 5% O2 is measured (O2m) in the flue then the CO gas value will be recalculated as if 0% were measured. The equation for air-free is as follows:: COaf = CO PPM x [(20.9) / (20.9 - O2m)]

• In our example if a reading of 325 PPM were measured then the air-free value would be calculated as follows: COaf = 325 PPM x [(20.9) / (20.9 - 5)] COaf = 325 PPM x [(20.9) / (15.9)] COaf = 427 We may be given a limit on our gas range by the local authority, which stated that we must not emit more than 400-PPM Carbon Monoxide airfree. In the example we would be breaking the limit and corrective action should be taken to reduce the level of CO. Air-free values prevent false readings being submitted, e.g. allowing more air into the boiler will increase the oxygen level in the flue and dilute any toxic gas reading. Air-free referencing gives readings as if they were undiluted.

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DISPOSAL

Caution: This symbol indicates that equipment and its accessories shall be subject to separate collection and correct disposal.

CLEANING:

Periodically clean your meters’ case using a damp cloth. DO NOT use abrasive, ﬂammable liquids, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents as they may damage the ﬁnish, impair safety, or affect the reliability of the structural components.

STORAGE:

Remove the batteries when instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Do not expose to high temperatures or humidity. After a period of storage in extreme conditions exceeding the limits mentioned in the General Speciﬁcations section, allow the instrument to return to normal operating conditions before using it.

WARRANTY:

The C161 is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. If within the warranty period your instrument should become inoperative from such defects, the unit will be repaired or replaced at UEi’s option. This warranty covers normal use and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure which results from alteration, tampering, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect or improper maintenance. Batteries and consequential damage resulting from failed batteries are not covered by warranty.

Any implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and ﬁtness for a particular purpose, are limited to the express warranty. UEi shall not be liable for loss of use of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss, or for any claim or claims for such damage, expenses or economic loss. A purchase receipt or other proof of original purchase date will be required before warranty repairs will be rendered. Instruments out of warranty will be repaired (when repairable) for a service charge

This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

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